1 can (46 oz.) tomato juice
2 cans tomato sauce (8 oz.)
2 cans tomato paste (sm.)
2 onions, chopped finely
3 toes garlic, chopped finely
2 tbsp. brown sugar

SEASONINGS (TO TASTE)
1 tbsp. basil
1 tbsp. oregano
1 tsp. fennel seed
1 tsp. hot pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
Salt
Pepper

Mix together in large Dutch oven to simmer.

MEATBALLS:

1 1/2 to 2 lbs. ground beef
1 finely chopped onion
Egg/crumbs (if desired)

Add same seasonings as above in smaller amounts.

Form into balls and brown in fry pan. When browned add water to cover and simmer about 1/2 hour. Add meatballs and juice to sauce. Simmer together as long as possible. Serve over vermicelli noodles. Serves 6 to 8.